Nine Wilmington-area beaches were nominated for the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Award for best North Carolina beaches. Seven of the nominated beaches made the top 10.

Wilmington, North Carolina is a vibrant port city that boasts beautiful beaches just minutes away, an historic downtown area, and a trendy riverfront district. Considered one of the best places ...

Lifeguards at Carolina Beach rescued five people from rip currents while Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue pulled six people ...

It offers visitors the opportunity to get away without being far from the fun offered in neighboring Carolina Beach and downtown Wilmington’s nightlife is just 18 miles away. Things to do. North ...

Things to do North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fishe r: See sea otters, sea turtles, sharks, stingrays and other sea life, 900 Loggerhead Road, 910-772-0500.

North Carolina waters are home to a variety of shark species, including great whites and hammerheads. However, attacks are ...

Lifeguards along the North Carolina coast were busy over the July 4th holiday week as over 165 people were rescued from rip currents in three days, most in New Hanover County.

Though two North Carolina beaches received acclaim, places in the state missed out on readers’ choice awards in other categories, such as the best dog-friendly bars and hotels. 10Best has told ...

With July Fourth festivities just around the corner, many Triangle residents will be searching for the perfect beach destination to watch fireworks in the sand. North Carolina tourism numbers hit ...

Though two North Carolina beaches received acclaim, places in the state missed out on readers’ choice awards in other categories, such as the best dog-friendly bars and hotels. 10Best has told ...

Lifeguards at Carolina Beach rescued five people from rip currents while Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue pulled six people from rip currents on Friday ...